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Opportunities for professionals from the Economic Development Office

The City of Ellsworth Economic Development Office shares some opportunities to cultivate success! Are you a specialty crop producer? Then you may be interested in the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP)! This competitive grant program funds projects to benefit specialty crop producers, supporting ….Read More

February 28, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

City of Ellsworth Seeking Input on Business Attraction Plan Final Draft

City of Ellsworth Seeking Input on Business Attraction Plan Final Draft For IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 9, 2024 ELLSWORTH, Maine — The City’s Economic Development Department and the Ellsworth Business Development Corporation invite Ellsworth’s businesses and residents to review and comment on the final draft of ….Read More

January 9, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Notice of Public Workshop for the City of Ellsworth Business Attraction Plan for Monday, January 29th, 2024

City of Ellsworth Business Attraction Plan Final Draft – For Review Notice of Public Workshop Monday, January 29th, 2024 The City’s Economic Development Department and the Ellsworth Business Development Corporation invite Ellsworth’s businesses and residents to review and comment on the final draft of the ….Read More

January 8, 2024 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Small Business Day Proclamation

On Monday evening, City Council resolved Saturday, November 25th to be Small Business Day in Ellsworth. This proclamation celebrates our local small businesses and their contributions to the economy and community. This Saturday all are encouraged to support small businesses and merchants! ….Read More

November 21, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Top Gun Program in Ellsworth

Ellsworth will be a host City for this year’s statewide Top Gun Program, administered by the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs (https://mced.biz/top-gun)! This program is designed for entrepreneurs, start-ups, or small businesses looking to grow their company, or to develop a new product line. Below is ….Read More

November 14, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Child Care Business Lab

Our Economic Development Office would like to share this informational opportunity regarding starting a child care business. The Child Care Business Lab, offered by CEI in Maine, helps individuals start and run successful child care businesses. They work with various people, including parents, grandparents, nonprofits, ….Read More

September 15, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Eastern Maine Development Corporation: Economic Recovery Implementation Hub program

Eastern Maine Development Corporation has announced the launch of the Economic Recovery Implementation Hub program in partnership with DECD. This program is aimed at supporting emerging businesses founded after January 1, 202 and employing fewer than 250 individuals in Penobscot and Eastern Maine – including ….Read More

August 3, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

Event: July 18, Living & Working in Ellsworth

WHEN: Tuesday, July 18 from 5 – 6:30pm WHERE: Darling’s Auto Mall Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram –  16 Kingsland Crossing Ellsworth, ME 04605 *This is a ticketed event with 60 maximum attendees total. Tickets are free and can be reserved through the Living & Working ….Read More

July 12, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development, Planing Department

Ellsworth Multiuse Path – Property Owner Report

VHB, the designers for the Ellsworth Mulituse Path recently mailed a letter to owners whose properties abut the projected shared-use path from Birch Avenue to near Beals Avenue. The letter serves to notify property owners that the preliminary stages of the project has been initiated ….Read More

July 11, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development, Public Works

National Small Business Week!

April 30th – May 6th is National Small Business Week! We celebrate our small business owners, entrepreneurs and employees who make vital contributions to grow our economy and make Ellsworth an inviting, interesting, and thriving community for residents, visitors and employers. We encourage the community ….Read More

May 1, 2023 in City of Ellsworth News, Economic Development

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    August 25, 2026
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Happy Labor Day, Ellsworth!

Happy Labor Day, Ellsworth! City Hall is closed today, Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday — and a special thank you to all those whose hard work helps keep our community moving every... ....Read More

City Hall Closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in Observance of Labor Day

Ellsworth City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen Tuesday, September 8, at 7 a.m., ready to help our residents and get the week underway. Labor Day is an opportunity to recognize the people whose work, skill... ....Read More

Want to Help Make Ellsworth More Fun? Join the Recreation Commission!

Have ideas about recreation in Ellsworth? Want to help create more opportunities that bring people together and make our parks, trails and public spaces even better? The City of Ellsworth is looking for two people to join the Recreation Commission and we’d love to hear... ....Read More


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